July 2023 / Tammuz-Av 5783

Rabbi's Message

by Rabbi David Komerofsky

Grant me the ability to be alone; may it be my custom to go outdoors each day among the trees and grass - among all growing things and there may I be alone, and enter into prayer, to talk with the One to whom I belong. May I express there everything in my heart, and may all the foliage of the field - all grasses, trees, and plants - awake at my coming, to send the powers of their life into the words of my prayer so that my prayer and speech are made whole through the life and spirit of all growing things, which are made as one by their transcendent Source. May I then pour out the words of my heart before your Presence like water, O God, and lift up my hands to You in worship, on my behalf, and that of my children! 

The text above is a famous prayer by Rebbe Nachman of Breslov (1772-1811), a great-grandchild of the Baal Shem Tov, founder of Hasidic Judaism. Rebbe Nachman lived through the founding of the United States of America, though he never visited these shores. It’s doubtful he would have known about what was happening in Philadelphia when he was four years old, namely the events that we Americans celebrate in July. Nachman was Eastern European, and his travels took him through the Land of Israel where he was deeply inspired by the roots of our people and the Hasidic communities that were well-established by his predecessor. 

I share Rebbe Nachman’s nature prayer this month because this is the time to go outdoors in Northeast Ohio. We will celebrate a Shabbat service outside in July and enjoy a festive outdoor Oneg Shabbat next month. These are the days to celebrate the wonders of the natural world together and alone, savoring the sensory delights all around us. 



Like Rebbe Nachman, we live in the world of creation and are part of a grander picture. This month we will consciously step outside of what is comfortable and predictable to savor the wonders of the universe, putting ourselves in perspective of all that God has made.

Chadash Director

by Julie Zorn

Even though Chadash concluded its year on May 7, 2023, we are still up and running all summer long getting ready for the upcoming school year. As well, there are opportunities for Chadash students and their families to get together throughout the summer. The following programs are being offered, and we very much encourage Chadash participation.

July 20:                Peace for Packs (6:30 pm) – Come learn about Temple Israel’s newest outreach initiative and help us make peace signs out of Perler beads. Please contact Julie Zorn to RSVP at educator@templeisraelcanton.org

August 6:            Chadash Family Sunday Funday (10 am – 12pm) – Join us at Veteran’s Park for a fun-filled morning of Splash Park fun, playground, crafts and a snack. Register at: www.templeisraelcanton.org/sundayfunday

August 20:         Mitzvah Day (9:30 – 11:00 am) – Temple Israel is hosting another Mitzvah Day, and it is a great opportunity for Chadash students to participate in a good deed! Register at: www.templeisraelcanton.org/mitzvahday

September 10: High Holy Days in the Park (10 am – 12 pm) – Chadash meets at Shelter #5 in Stadium Park for a variety of hands-on activities celebrating the upcoming high holy days.

Registration for the 2023/2024 school year is now open, and the Chadash calendar is also now available. Please contact Chadash director, Julie Zorn, for more information at chadash@jewishcanton.org.

Temple Israel Annual Meeting

Friday, July 7, 2023 - 5:00 p.m.

Members may attend in-person or via Zoom

Followed by the Shabbat Service and Oneg Shabbat

CLICK TO RSVP

www.templeisraelcanton.org/annualmeeting

Shabbat Services - July 2023

All services are in-person and streaming live via Temple Israel’s YouTube channel.

Watch our website and Temple Tidbits for updates and more information.

Friday, July 7, 2023

5:00 p.m. – Annual Meeting

6:15 p.m. – Shabbat Service

Brubaker Child Naming

Followed by Oneg Shabbat

Saturday, July 8, 2023

10:00 a.m. - Stollen Moments Torah Study and Shabbat Service

Friday, July 14, 2023

5:30 p.m. – Oneg Shabbat

6:15 p.m. – Shabbat Service

Led by Temple Israel Sisterhood

Including July Birthday and Anniversary Blessings



Saturday, July 15, 2023

10:00 a.m. - Stollen Moments Torah Study and Shabbat Service

Friday, July 21, 2023

5:30 p.m. – Oneg Shabbat

6:15 p.m. – Kabbalat Shabbat Service

This service will be outside - please bring folding lawn chairs for your comfort.

Saturday, July 22, 2023

10:00 a.m. – Stollen Moments Torah Study and Shabbat Service

Friday, July 28, 2023

5:30 p.m. – Oneg Shabbat

6:15 p.m. – Kabbalat Shabbat Service

Ash Children Namings

Saturday, July 29, 2023

10:00 a.m. – Stollen Moments Torah Study and Shabbat Service

Sisterhood News

Congratulations to Diana Collum who was awarded the 2023 Deborah Award by WRJ.

    Diana is in charge of our Caring Sisters Committee which was started in 2016. She delivers cakes from Sisterhood to Temple families in mourning. Since this program was initiated in 2016, she has helped deliver over 75 cakes.  Sisterhood hopes to bring some comfort and caring to those families in need and grief. Diana does this mitzvah with great concern and empathy for her fellow congregants. Diana also organizes and heads the thrice yearly Urban Ark dinners for those individuals at risk in the greater community. She has served of the Temple Board of Trustees, cooked for the Passover Prison Seder, worked on the Temple Caring Committee and is always ready and willing to help out and fill in whenever needed. Additionally, two of her many community activities include making candy for the Kris Kindle Mart which sells the candy to support the Canton Art Institute and volunteering at the Palace Theater. Sisterhood recently honored Diana at a luncheon at The Hart Mansion. 

Sisterhood Shabbat Service

Please join Sisterhood on Friday, July 14 for a special Shabbat Service lead by Sisterhood under the direction of Anita Porter. If you would like to participate in this Shabbat service please contact Anita.

SAVE THE DATE – DONOR 2023

Back By POPULAR Demand

The PopTarts

Saturday, November 11, 2023

Details coming soon!!!!!

Sisterhood Meetings for Fall 2023 - Spring 2024

Sunday, Oct. 15

Donor Program, Saturday Nov. 11

Sunday Dec. 3

Sunday Jan. 21

Sunday Feb. 25

Sunday March 17

Sunday April 21

Brotherhood Meetings for Fall 2023 - Spring 2024

Sunday Sept. 10

Sunday Oct. 15

Sunday Nov. 19

Sunday Dec. 10

Sunday Jan. 21 

Sunday Feb. 25

Sunday March 17

Sunday April 21

Introduction to Judaism

The next series begins in October.

Learn more at www.templeisraelcanton.org/intro

ENDOWMENT FUNDS

Temple Israel has a variety of endowment funds that support our mission and vision. CLICK to see the full listing.



If you are interested in contributing to an existing endowment, simply CLICK here.

To establish a new endowment, contact treasurer@templeisraelcanton.org or president@templeisraelcanton.org

OUR TEMPLE FAMILY

Mazel Tov to:

Dr. Michael & Terry Barat and Therese Revlock on the engagement of their son

Noah Barat to Katie Mapus. They live in Destin, FL. and were engaged on Friday,

June 23, 2023.

Welcome New Members:

Andrew and Rachel Ash and their children Wilder and Walker

Arlene Collins

Raye Oheidhin

Ryan & Samantha Richfrit and their daughter EV

The Temple's Sympathy is extended to the families of:

Winnifred McGuire

Patty Vanest

Contributions

Temple Israel Endowments

Alan B. & Estelle Wilkof Blau Endowment

In Memory of

• Judy Blau, by Estelle Blau
• Elsie Wilkof, by Estelle Blau

Denise G. Luntz Jewish Futures Endowment

In Memory of

• Denise Luntz, by Drew & JuDeane Luntz

Lockshin-Goldenfield Religious School Endowment

In Appreciation of

• Rabbi Komerofsky & Rabbi Spitzer for teaching the Death & Dying Workshop

In Memory of

• Jerrold Lockshin, by Shirley Lockshin & Family
• Raymond Stevens, by Shirley Lockshin & Family

Rabbi John Spitzer Endowment for Social Justice

In Appreciation of

• Rabbi John Spitzer, by Harry & Patricia Apostolos



Robert & Shelley Schweitzer Temple Youth Group

In Memory of

• Douglas M. Glazer, by Dennis & Marianne Glazer

Bilha Ron Religious School Fund

In Memory of

• Kathy Nielsen Ross, by Bill & Randi Smuckler
• Anita Sybil Michelson, by Bill & Randi Smuckler

Caring Committee Fund

In Memory of

• Kathy Nielsen Ross, by Mark & Judy Tenenbaum

Floral Fund

In Memory of

• Kathy Nielsen Ross, by Steve & Ellen Miller

In Honor of

• Bryan & Marcie Hecht's granddaughter, Genevieve, by Eileen & Matt Saltarelli

Kiddush Fund

In Memory of

• Janet & Charles Howell, by Eileen & Matt Saltarelli
• Dottie Jacobson, by Marty & Lois Jacobson
• Anthony DiGiacamo, by Marty & Lois Jacobson

Mazon Fund - A Jewish Response to Hunger

In Appreciation of

• Steve Manello, by Adele & Ron Gelb
• Dr. James Witmer, by the Gelbs & Feldmans

In Honor of

• Paul Feldman's "Four Score Plus" Birthday, by Adele & Ron Gelb

In Memory of

• Elaine Tenenbaum, by Harlene Smuckler
• Minnie Shifman, by Harlene Smuckler
• Hershel Smuckler, by Harlene Smuckler, Howard & Linda Smuckler
• Morris Olden, by Karen Olden
• Jimmy Sater, by Adele & Ron Gelb

Rabbi's Discretionary Fund

In Appreciation of

• Templegrams sent for our Anniversary, by Denise & Steve Nielsen

In Memory of

• Kathy Nielsen Ross, by Bill & Leanne Lehn, Howard & LInda Smuckler
• Patty Vanest, by Shirley Lockshin & Family, Julie Zorn, Toni & Adam Olenick, David & Ronit Komerofsky, Howard & Linda Smuckler, Marilyn & Paul Feldman, Dayna & Dan Charlick, Rabbi John & Cheri Spitzer, Benjamin Staudt, Debbie Spetich, John & Barb Spera
• Norita Nielsen, by Denise & Steve Nielsen

Trees for Israel

In Memory of

• Phyllis Scott, by Lou & Rita Schaner

In Honor of

• Peggy & Kent Kipling's 50th Anniversary, by Harlene Smuckler

Save the Date - August 3rd

3:30 PM - 7:30 PM  

The Jane Altman Zoldan

Blood Drive

Please use the link below to schedule your time slot. Call Debbie Sinopoli with any questions at

(330-323-4540)

https://donors.vitalant.org/dwp/portal/dwa/appointment/guest/phl/timeSlotsExtr?token=5izH%2BBOdh%2FgkgTOo7hpXp9HuaLlZtUtG9KWe7nLALk4%3D

Jewish Family Services list has changed and they are in need of the following:

• Toilet Paper
• Paper Towels
• Table Napkins
• Facial Tissue
• Cream of Mushroom Soup
• Canned Tuna in water
• Unsweetened Applesauce
• 20-30 oz. Dish Soap
• Canned Fruit
• Canned Vegetables

Please feel free to drop off food at the office!

ADULT PROGRAMS

Thursday, July 13, 2023

Lace up your sneakers and get moving! Meet your friends for a one mile walk in the park followed by breakfast. All are welcome!

Meet under the Pavilion at 9:00 a.m.

Jackson North Park

7660 Fulton Rd NW

Massillon, Ohio 44646

 Breakfast at 10:00 a.m.

Buehler’s Restaurant

(Located inside Buehler’s Grocery Store)

7138 Fulton Drive NW

Canton, Ohio 44718

In the event of unfavorable weather or for those not interested in walking, meet directly at the restaurant at 10:00 a.m.

Please RSVP by Monday July 10 to Debbie Guilliams at 330-445-2412 or via email at dguilliams@jewishcanton.org

Apple Basics Course

Thursday, July 20

10:00-11:30 a.m. at Beit Ha’am

Apple users - this basics course is for you! Flick, swish, tap, and pinch – in this 90 minute session learn how to use these gestures to get the most out of your iPad or iPhone. We'll also cover how to install apps, use the camera, and change various settings.

Participants must bring their iPhone or iPad, as you will use your personal device during this hands-on learning session.

The course is FREE, but limited to 10 participants.

Registration is required and will be available on a first come basis.

Please contact Debbie Guilliams at 330-445-2412 or via email at dguilliams@jewishcanton.org to register by Monday, July 17.

Porthouse Theatre 

3143 O’Neil Road

Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44223

Complimentary Summer Outdoor Theatre Tickets Now Available

Saturday Matinees – All Performances at 2 pm

The Marvelous Wonderettes | July 8

The Prom | July 29

Tickets are limited! Please contact Debbie Guilliams at 330-445-2412 or via email at dguilliams@jewishcanton.org for more information.